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Arthur Friskel Obituary

Friskel, Arthur K. M.D. of Shrewsbury, MO on May 20, 2010. Baptized into the Hope of Christ's Resurrection. Loving husband for 65 years of Peg Friskel (nee Harrigan); loving father of Terence (Madonna), Patrick, John (Megan), Phillip, Gregory (Lori) and Robert (Julie); loving grandfather of Lisa (Randy) Muehe, Ryan, Michelle (Neal) Gleditsch, John W., Kevin, Steven, Caitilyn, Lauren (Richard) Reed, David, Carolyn, Meredith, Nishant (Shipra) Shah and Anuj Shah; great-grandfather of Jack Henry Reed; dear brother of Mary Winifred Tip (Paul) Hutsey, Paul (Betty), Robert (Maria), David (Alice) and the late Brother Joseph O.S.B. (Phillip) and the late Joseph (surviving Doris) Friskel; dear uncle, great-uncle, friend and physician to many. Dr. Friskel was born Aug. 9, 1920 in Frontenac, KS. He served in the Army during WWII after graduating from Sacred Heart grade school, Hays Military Academy, Hays, KS, St. Louis University and St. Louis University School of Medicine in 1945. He served as a resident in Medicine at St. Mary's Hospital Group and was on staff at St. Mary's and St. John's Hospitals until his retirement in 2007. He was a member of AOA Medical Honor Society. He was named Man of the Year for Shrewsbury, MO and was also named an Ageless Remarkable St. Louisan. During his years of practice, he maintained a private office and continued to serve his patients in house calls and as they entered hospitals and nursing homes. He treated up to 5 generations in many families. Dr. Friskel died of complications following surgery for a brain tumor. Services: Funeral from KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois, Mon., May 24, 2010, 10:30 a.m. to St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church for 11 a.m. Mass, 7622 Sutherland Ave., Shrewsbury, MO 63119. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, MO. In lieu of flowers, please donate generously to St. Michael the Archangel School, 7630 Sutherland Ave., Shrewsbury, MO, 63119. Visitation Sunday 4-9 p.m. Please share your condolences and memories online at www.Legacy.com.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on May 23, 2010.

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May 30, 2010

My deepest sympathies to the Friskel family. Dr. Friskel cared for my family for many years. Having grown up and attended St Michael's with Terry, I spent much time at your home, and always enjoyed the racous time!

I will always carry warm memories of the Friskel family in my heart.

Jim (and Jennifer) Hannon

May 26, 2010

Friskel Family
Dr. Friskel has been a doctor and friend to my parents who have lived in Shrewsbury a long time. When my dad broke his leg and was in a nursing rehab center Dr. Friskel came alot and helped dad thru this difficult time. When Dr. Friskel stopped seeing patients my parents were so upset because they knew there would be no one else like him. We are sorry for your loss he will truly be missed.

The Holoubek Family of Shrewsbury

May 25, 2010

Dear Friskels,

Words can not express how deeply sadden I am to hear of your lost.

May all your memories bring you comfort.

Pat Wright, Shrewsbury, Missouri

May 24, 2010

Dear Peggy and Family,

Dennis and I were so sorry to learn of Dr. Friskel's death last Thursday.

Please accept our deepest sympathy.

Dennis and Maggie Lay

Perry Cawein

May 24, 2010

Dear Friskels,
My Heart is Broken over your loss.
Doc will always be one of greatest persons I've ever known.
A loving and kind man who cared so much for others.
He will never be forgotten.
Perry & Mary Cawein

Mary Jane Dechau

May 23, 2010

Dr. Friskel was a wonderful doctor and a kind man. My condolences to his family. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
A long time patient.

Jim and Pat Wehner

May 23, 2010

God bless you Peggy and your boys. Jack left a message which I got when we returned tonite. I wish we could have been there to share in the many great remembrances of such a nice family. We are very saddened by the death of such a caring person. We will always have the best of memories of those times.

Our prayers and love,

Shirley Bollmann

May 23, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jim and Jane (Gieseler) Dickenson

May 23, 2010

Dr. Friskel was the MOST dedicated, caring, loving doctor that I have ever known. He took care of our Mom and Dad at a moment's notice. He came to our home the night our Dad passed away from a heart attack. He met us at St. John's whenever Mom needed him when she was in a nursing home. He was always there and always had the right answer. He did this type of thing for all his patients. We know that God has a special place reserved for him in heaven. Our deepest sympathy to his family and know that our prayers are with all of you. We're sure his Mass will certainly be a celebration of a life that was filled with many years of unselfish service to others.

Bill LaMear

May 23, 2010

Hi Friskels- What a great man- physician, father, husband and friend to many. Truly the end of an era. Art kept the LaMear family going. I so often remember going to the office late at night- sometimes after 10:00 to be seen- no matter what. I can only hope that my patients see me as that kind of physician. We are blessed as a family to have known the Friskels. Art and Terry saw my Dad the day he died. Thanks.. All our love, Bill and Becky LaMear- Tucson

Mary Logger

May 23, 2010

Dr. Friskel was an amazing doctor. I remember his lobby filled up until late at night. He was tireless. The community will miss him.

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